Federal deputies from the Morena party have proposed a constitutional reform to delay the election of judges and magistrates until 2028 [1].

This move represents a significant shift in the timeline for reforming Mexico's judiciary. By postponing the vote, the government aims to ensure the selection process is functional and does not clash with other scheduled elections.

A group of federal deputies from Morena presented the initiative to change the date for the election of the second package of judges in the Judicial Power of the Federation [1]. Some proposals suggest the specific timing for this vote should be June 2028 [2].

Supporters of the delay argue that the current model contains deficiencies. According to reports, Morena wants to delay the judicial election to 2028 to be able to correct the flaws in the process [3]. This sentiment is echoed by academics who said it is necessary to postpone the election to 2028 and correct the deficiencies of the current model [4].

Beyond technical corrections, the proposal seeks to prevent the judicial vote from coinciding with other electoral processes [2]. This logistical concern is a primary driver for the shift in the calendar.

The proposal has found support beyond the federal legislature. Laura Perla Córdova Rodríguez, the president of the Judicial Power of Nuevo León, said she supports holding the judicial election in 2028 [5].

The initiative focuses on changing the selection model for judges to ensure a more stable transition. Lawmakers believe the extra time will allow for a more refined framework before the public casts ballots for judicial candidates [2].

“Morena wants to delay the judicial election to 2028 to be able to correct the flaws in the process.”

The push to delay judicial elections to 2028 suggests that the original timeline for the judicial reform was overly ambitious or technically flawed. By extending the deadline, Morena is attempting to mitigate the risk of a failed electoral process while potentially aligning the judicial vote with a broader political calendar, which could impact voter turnout and the eventual composition of the courts.